M. Tullius Cicero 🇺🇦
@tulliuscicero43.bsky.social
O tempora! O mores! Pro-democracy, anti-extremism. Former Midwesterner in New Mexico. Pro-Oxford comma, objective case, subjunctive mood.
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In the, apparently increasingly likely, event that someone doesn't receive their Social Security benefit I would recommend that your first stop not be trying to call SSA directly. Report it to your local Congressperson or Senator's office, using their website constituent services form if possible
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The most obvious thing about this is it is evil and sociopathic. But there’s another element: speaking as someone who has both prosecuted fraudsters and defended people very wrongfully accused of being fraudsters, it’s absolute bullshit.
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Important advice. 👇
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If voters return Republicans to the majority in the midterms they will get exactly what they have right now - Congress doing nothing month after month, out of session refusing to do their jobs while Trump rules like an autocrat with no checks or balances. An Imperial Presidency.
September 17, 2026 at 11:19 AM
If voters return Republicans to the majority in the midterms they will get exactly what they have right now - Congress doing nothing month after month, out of session refusing to do their jobs while Trump rules like an autocrat with no checks or balances. An Imperial Presidency.
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lol -- Enten unpacks how everyone hates Pete Hegseth, who has a -25 net approval rating, including -43 with independents
September 17, 2026 at 2:16 PM
lol -- Enten unpacks how everyone hates Pete Hegseth, who has a -25 net approval rating, including -43 with independents
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Yes, dear viewer, how much of a sucker are you? bsky.app/profile/atru...
beyond parody -- Newsmax runs ads for the new Trump $1 coin ... that you can buy for $9.95 each 😆
September 17, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Yes, dear viewer, how much of a sucker are you? bsky.app/profile/atru...
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The Ukrainian diaspora in NJ is the second largest diaspora of Ukrainian Americans in the country.
I sat down with New Jerseyans from the American Coalition for Ukraine to hear about what's on their minds and express my support for Ukraine. 1/2
I sat down with New Jerseyans from the American Coalition for Ukraine to hear about what's on their minds and express my support for Ukraine. 1/2
September 17, 2026 at 2:08 PM
The Ukrainian diaspora in NJ is the second largest diaspora of Ukrainian Americans in the country.
I sat down with New Jerseyans from the American Coalition for Ukraine to hear about what's on their minds and express my support for Ukraine. 1/2
I sat down with New Jerseyans from the American Coalition for Ukraine to hear about what's on their minds and express my support for Ukraine. 1/2
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Work till you die is a Republican position.
Republican New Hampshire Senate candidate John Sununu says he supports a work requirement for seniors on Medicare:
"I certainly support a work requirement for able-bodied Medicare recipients."
"I certainly support a work requirement for able-bodied Medicare recipients."
September 17, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Work till you die is a Republican position.
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Donald Trump has made nearly 29,000 individual stock trades since the start of his second term.
That is nearly 50 trades PER DAY.
The American people deserve a President that serves their interests, not his own wallet.
That is nearly 50 trades PER DAY.
The American people deserve a President that serves their interests, not his own wallet.
Trump Made 29,000 Securities Trades, More Than All of Congress
Donald Trump made nearly 29,000 securities trades in 17 months — more than every member of Congress combined. The stock-purchasing ban he’s pushing would leave him exempt
www.bloomberg.com
September 17, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Donald Trump has made nearly 29,000 individual stock trades since the start of his second term.
That is nearly 50 trades PER DAY.
The American people deserve a President that serves their interests, not his own wallet.
That is nearly 50 trades PER DAY.
The American people deserve a President that serves their interests, not his own wallet.
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Florida Republican tries to save her seat by ... running ads against Trump
September 17, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Florida Republican tries to save her seat by ... running ads against Trump
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We were supposed to be in session all of September.
We worked 2.5 days.
Now Johnson is sending us home. Why? He’s terrified of votes on Hegseth impeachment articles and another Epstein discharge petition.
Meanwhile, Trump is only focused on destroying the Kennedy Center and ranting like a maniac.
We worked 2.5 days.
Now Johnson is sending us home. Why? He’s terrified of votes on Hegseth impeachment articles and another Epstein discharge petition.
Meanwhile, Trump is only focused on destroying the Kennedy Center and ranting like a maniac.
September 17, 2026 at 3:33 PM
We were supposed to be in session all of September.
We worked 2.5 days.
Now Johnson is sending us home. Why? He’s terrified of votes on Hegseth impeachment articles and another Epstein discharge petition.
Meanwhile, Trump is only focused on destroying the Kennedy Center and ranting like a maniac.
We worked 2.5 days.
Now Johnson is sending us home. Why? He’s terrified of votes on Hegseth impeachment articles and another Epstein discharge petition.
Meanwhile, Trump is only focused on destroying the Kennedy Center and ranting like a maniac.
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Reporter: Talarico’s interview with Kimmel on YouTube has now reached more people there by a magnitude of over 5 than Kimmel’s entire live show.
September 17, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Reporter: Talarico’s interview with Kimmel on YouTube has now reached more people there by a magnitude of over 5 than Kimmel’s entire live show.
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This Post report might be an early indicator of a shift in the press corps' attitude toward Trump. Widespread economic pain is going to turn reporters against him. It happened during the pandemic. Reporters just stopped playing along as the body count rose.
www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/0...
www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/0...
Gas prices are about to take a big jump, analysts say, with the worst still to come
The forecast of economic impacts beyond November’s midterms contrast with the Trump administration’s optimistic messaging.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 17, 2026 at 3:15 PM
This Post report might be an early indicator of a shift in the press corps' attitude toward Trump. Widespread economic pain is going to turn reporters against him. It happened during the pandemic. Reporters just stopped playing along as the body count rose.
www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/0...
www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/0...
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Another win for Illinois — best in the Midwest for teachers!
Best & Worst States for Teachers in 2026
Best & Worst States for Teachers in 2026
wallethub.com
September 17, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Another win for Illinois — best in the Midwest for teachers!
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The DOGE goons who drove federal agencies into the ground last year are now leading an AI takeover. Because the first time worked out so well... trib.al/ebnjcly
September 17, 2026 at 4:58 PM
The DOGE goons who drove federal agencies into the ground last year are now leading an AI takeover. Because the first time worked out so well... trib.al/ebnjcly
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A federal judge says Todd Blanche isn't sufficiently following the court's orders in a case concerning the Epstein files and gave Blanche a deadline to comply or face the possibility of contempt charges.
The order stems from the lawsuit brought by Katie Phang.
The order stems from the lawsuit brought by Katie Phang.
Judge Warns Blanche of Possible Contempt Charges Over Epstein Files
The Justice Department hasn’t sufficiently followed a court order to produce documents, the federal judge said.
www.washingtonsun.com
September 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
A federal judge says Todd Blanche isn't sufficiently following the court's orders in a case concerning the Epstein files and gave Blanche a deadline to comply or face the possibility of contempt charges.
The order stems from the lawsuit brought by Katie Phang.
The order stems from the lawsuit brought by Katie Phang.
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NEW: Bipartisan group of former FCC officials submit court filing that blasts Trump's FCC chairman Brendan Carr for Carr's onerous probe of ABC Television
"The Chairman has repeatedly exceeded the bounds of FCC authority to suppress speech"
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
"The Chairman has repeatedly exceeded the bounds of FCC authority to suppress speech"
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
Exhibit 1: Proposed Brief of Amici Curiae – #36, Att. #1 in AMERICAN BROADCASTING COMPANIES, INC. v. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (D.D.C., 1:26-cv-02902) – CourtListener.com
Unopposed MOTION for Leave to File Amicus Brief by FORMER FCC OFFICIALS. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1: Proposed Brief of Amici Curiae, # 2 Text of Proposed Order Exhibit 2: Proposed Order)(Lopez, Janin...
storage.courtlistener.com
September 17, 2026 at 4:48 PM
NEW: Bipartisan group of former FCC officials submit court filing that blasts Trump's FCC chairman Brendan Carr for Carr's onerous probe of ABC Television
"The Chairman has repeatedly exceeded the bounds of FCC authority to suppress speech"
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
"The Chairman has repeatedly exceeded the bounds of FCC authority to suppress speech"
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
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PM Donald Tusk cites a 'massive explosion' after a Russian strike in western Ukraine near the border. #EuropeNews
➡️ https://l.euronews.com/dPqr
➡️ https://l.euronews.com/dPqr
September 17, 2026 at 7:17 PM
PM Donald Tusk cites a 'massive explosion' after a Russian strike in western Ukraine near the border. #EuropeNews
➡️ https://l.euronews.com/dPqr
➡️ https://l.euronews.com/dPqr
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🚨BREAKING: Federal Court REJECTS lawsuit seeking to compel Vermont to provide the DOJ with access to its complete statewide voter registration database. Another victory for Elias Law Group and our clients.
DOJ is now 0-24. ELG is undefeated. www.democracydocket.com/cases/vermon...
DOJ is now 0-24. ELG is undefeated. www.democracydocket.com/cases/vermon...
🚨 United States of America v. Hanzas
Learn more here.
www.democracydocket.com
September 17, 2026 at 5:36 PM
🚨BREAKING: Federal Court REJECTS lawsuit seeking to compel Vermont to provide the DOJ with access to its complete statewide voter registration database. Another victory for Elias Law Group and our clients.
DOJ is now 0-24. ELG is undefeated. www.democracydocket.com/cases/vermon...
DOJ is now 0-24. ELG is undefeated. www.democracydocket.com/cases/vermon...
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Donald Trump did that — and he could stop it if he wanted to.
September 17, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Donald Trump did that — and he could stop it if he wanted to.
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here's footage of Mamdani alongside city workers filling the 200,000th NYC pothole since the start of his term
This is part of his push to spotlight city workers and inform New Yorkers that all the fixes they ask for "should be directed to the real heroes, City Workers, who can be reached via 311"
This is part of his push to spotlight city workers and inform New Yorkers that all the fixes they ask for "should be directed to the real heroes, City Workers, who can be reached via 311"
September 17, 2026 at 4:39 PM
here's footage of Mamdani alongside city workers filling the 200,000th NYC pothole since the start of his term
This is part of his push to spotlight city workers and inform New Yorkers that all the fixes they ask for "should be directed to the real heroes, City Workers, who can be reached via 311"
This is part of his push to spotlight city workers and inform New Yorkers that all the fixes they ask for "should be directed to the real heroes, City Workers, who can be reached via 311"
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This is a massive mistake. The Chesapeake Bay plays a critical role in Virginia's economy and seafood industries, and we must take steps to protect the waters and shores of the region. I'm going to do everything I can to fight this.
www.wboc.com/news/trump-a...
www.wboc.com/news/trump-a...
Trump Administration repeals Chesapeake Bay Protection and Restoration Executive Order
President Trump is repealing an executive order from 2009 dedicated to protecting and restoring the Chesapeake Bay.
www.wboc.com
September 17, 2026 at 10:38 PM
This is a massive mistake. The Chesapeake Bay plays a critical role in Virginia's economy and seafood industries, and we must take steps to protect the waters and shores of the region. I'm going to do everything I can to fight this.
www.wboc.com/news/trump-a...
www.wboc.com/news/trump-a...
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Maybe the most important political story of our time. People just want the bullshit to stop.
71% of Americans Say They're Completely Exhausted
A CDC report shows that people are not feeling relaxed and restful in the United States.
gizmodo.com
September 17, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Maybe the most important political story of our time. People just want the bullshit to stop.
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@gtconway.bsky.social credits federal judges for keeping the country alive under Trump, but says the courts can't do it alone, which is why this fall's elections matter so much:
"The ultimate check is the Congress of the United States, which has been basically AWOL."
"The ultimate check is the Congress of the United States, which has been basically AWOL."
September 17, 2026 at 6:45 PM
@gtconway.bsky.social credits federal judges for keeping the country alive under Trump, but says the courts can't do it alone, which is why this fall's elections matter so much:
"The ultimate check is the Congress of the United States, which has been basically AWOL."
"The ultimate check is the Congress of the United States, which has been basically AWOL."
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The Trump admin has decimated American science budgets, taking away life saving opportunities, and the potential for groundbreaking discoveries.
This is how you destroy American innovation.
apnews.com/article/trum...
This is how you destroy American innovation.
apnews.com/article/trum...
Trump administration has cut or frozen $177 billion in grants across every state, analysis shows
An analysis finds that the Trump administration has cut or frozen up to $177 billion in federal grants since the president took office for his second term.
apnews.com
September 17, 2026 at 8:32 PM
The Trump admin has decimated American science budgets, taking away life saving opportunities, and the potential for groundbreaking discoveries.
This is how you destroy American innovation.
apnews.com/article/trum...
This is how you destroy American innovation.
apnews.com/article/trum...
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The Kennedy Center was designed by the greatest Arkansas-born architect we’ve seen, Edward Durell Stone. He also attended the U of A.
I’m calling on my state’s delegation to preserve this key piece of Arkansas heritage and 20th century architecture.
www.youtube.com/live/3r8xTF3...
I’m calling on my state’s delegation to preserve this key piece of Arkansas heritage and 20th century architecture.
www.youtube.com/live/3r8xTF3...
BREAKING: Trump Threatens Kennedy Center Demolition If His Name Isn’t On It
YouTube video by The Bulwark
www.youtube.com
September 17, 2026 at 3:10 PM
The Kennedy Center was designed by the greatest Arkansas-born architect we’ve seen, Edward Durell Stone. He also attended the U of A.
I’m calling on my state’s delegation to preserve this key piece of Arkansas heritage and 20th century architecture.
www.youtube.com/live/3r8xTF3...
I’m calling on my state’s delegation to preserve this key piece of Arkansas heritage and 20th century architecture.
www.youtube.com/live/3r8xTF3...
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Guessing we'll be seeing a lot of this in the coming months www.wsj.com/tech/ai/hack...
Exclusive | Hackers Used Anthropic’s Claude to Break Into OpenAI
A bug-hunting independent security research team was able to access OpenAI’s internal code system, exposing growing risks in automated cyber threats.
www.wsj.com
September 18, 2026 at 2:39 AM
Guessing we'll be seeing a lot of this in the coming months www.wsj.com/tech/ai/hack...